Fine openwork fabric
Derived from the English word for the delicate textile, which ultimately comes from the Latin 'laqueus', meaning a noose or snare. In a naming context, it refers to the intricate and beautiful fabric, suggesting elegance and refinement. It emerged as a rare given name in the late 20th century, often used as a more modern alternative to Lacey.
Less common today
Lace isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,505 in 1991.
A character in the video game Hollow Knight Β· Hollow Knight: Silksong
A character in the novel 'Lace' by Shirley Conran Β· Lace
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).